Dr. Meleeka Clary

Dr. Meleeka Clary is a highly esteemed mental health expert who has excelled in her role as a clinical psychologist at HMWP Psychology Counseling in Carmel, Indiana since 2020. With a specialization in assisting individuals facing mental health challenges, she is dedicated to empowering them to effectively communicate within a secure and therapeutic environment. Dr. Clary frequently collaborates with fellow psychotherapists and psychologists to address a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, grief, anger, trauma, and self-destructive behaviors. Her responsibilities include writing and reviewing patient notes, making diagnoses, and scheduling future appointments. To stay abreast of advancements in her field, Dr. Clary maintains active membership with the American Psychological Association.

Before assuming her current position, Dr. Clary held counseling roles at Meaningful Days Services in Indianapolis, Inn Transition Shelter in Peabody, Massachusetts, and Hilderbrand Shelter in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She also has a background in education, having served as an instructor at Ivy Tech Institute, ITT Technical Institute, Lincoln Tech Career Institute, and Premier Education Group from 2005 to 2013. Dr. Clary's diverse professional experience includes working as a paralegal at William/Rangulong Law Office in Malden, Massachusetts, an administrative assistant and billing clerk at Boston Medical Hospital, and an office manager at Alternative Solutions in Boston.

Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Clary has enjoyed a successful career in the arts and entertainment industry for many years. She is a multi-talented individual, excelling as an actress, director, and writer for companies like Dynasty Inc. and Next Entertainment. Her television credits include appearances on popular series such as “Greenleaf,” “Nashville,” and “The Resident.” In 2018, she wrote, directed, and starred in her own film, “Three Corners of Deception,” a compelling narrative about a college law professor who finds love with an attorney over a Memorial Day weekend in Las Vegas. Dr. Clary's creative endeavors have been recognized with awards at prestigious film festivals like the Toronto International Women Film Festival, Royal Wolf Film Awards, and Dreamz Catcher International Film Festival. She is currently engaged with John Casablancas Centers.

Dr. Clary's academic journey began at Curry College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice in 2000 and a Master of Arts in criminal justice in 2004. Initially drawn to a legal career, she obtained a paralegal certificate from Northeastern University and completed certificates in criminal law, business, and law at Newbury College. Dr. Clary's personal mental health journey inspired her to transition her focus to mental health, leading her to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy in clinical psychology from Walden University, which she achieved in 2021. Looking forward, Dr. Clary aims to lead a fulfilling and healthy life, cherishing each day as a gift while empowering individuals to navigate their mental health journeys.